Mandy & Melissa
Things To Do
Monterey Bay Aquarium ๐ฌ
Visit the aquarium; it's like *the* thing to do.
Alta Bakery and Cafe โ๏ธ
The most beautiful courtyard and garden to sit in amongst historic adobes + incredible pastries, savory dishes, and coffee.
Ad Astra Bread Co. ๐ฅ
Bread heads, unite! Carb hard on the best bread and baked goods.
Other Brother Beer Co. ๐ป
If you want to venture out of Monterey and into Seaside - do it! This brewery is our favorite, and they are big Monterey Pride supporters.
Dust Bowl Brewing Co. Tap Depot + Wedo's ๐ฎ
Beers and ciders + seltzer waters for our gluten-free loves. This used to be a train depot, and the old Monterey pics are so cool!! Sit out back and order the fish or zucchini tacos from Wedo's food truck.
Refuge ๐
$75 to spend hours and hours between eucalyptus steam rooms, saunas, cold, warm and hot pools in the most gorgeous setting. Book asap since they're reservation based these days and no longer take walk-ins!
Hula's Island Grill ๐ค
Hawaiian / asian / seafood / and the option for a kelp burger - oh my! We love the vibe, food, and Dan (who wins best server for his 'tude in Monterey every year.)
El Charrito Express ๐ฏ
7:30am - 3:30pm in the back of 'Alejandro's Restaurant' is this semi-secret express burrito counter. You won't be disappointed by the flour tortillas!
Cella Restaurant & Bar ๐ณ
A perfect brunch spot for Sunday before you jet set back home.
Revival Ice Cream ๐จ
Best ice cream shop in Monterey!
Monterey Peninsula Recreational Trail ๐โโ๏ธ
Walk along the multi-use recreation path that's coastal for miles and miles. Our favorite stretches start at San Carlos Beach towards the wharf, or, around Lovers Point in Pacific Grove.
Adventures by the Sea Breakwater Cove ๐ฃโโ๏ธ
Rent kayaks that the guides will set up and push you out on, or, snag bikes to explore.
High Scores Arcade ๐พ
An interactive museum of fully playable classic arcade games! This is their second location after opening their flagship in Alameda, CA.
Pearl Hour ๐น
A queer-ish bar that is artsy, makes the best cocktails, hosts drag and burlesque shows. Get the Cali Old Fashioned or It Was All a Dream ;)
Compact Disco ๐ชฉ
If you stay for our afterparty, you'll experience this Saturday night. But if you can't get enough dancing, hop over Thursday, Friday, or Sunday night, too โย it's Monterey's only dedicated dance club.
